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title: Metropolis Coffee Company
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"Exemplary flavor – sweet, clean, well-developed body, balanced acidity, and phenomenal aromatics"
That's how the judges at Good Food Awards describe the perfect cup of coffee, a title bestowed on Metropolis Coffee Company in 2014 and 2015.
In what's been lauded by Huffington Post as one of the country's best coffee cities, Metropolis stands out as one of the first roasters to make its mark on Chicago's expanding artisanal coffee scene. Started by coffee-obsessed father-and-son team Jeff and Tony Dreyfuss, Metropolis opened the doors to its café in 2003. The Edgewater spot still serves as their headquarters, though the beans are distributed to coffee shops and restaurants throughout the city. Hunkering down with a cup and one of Metropolis' fresh-baked pastries, café visitors can take advantage of complimentary WiFi to search for buttons that read "Kiss Me, I Have Coffee Breath."
Explore Edgewater
Groupon has partnered with the Edgewater Chamber of Commerce to offer this special collection from Edgewater merchants. The North Side neighborhood is home to one-of-a-kind shops such as Edgewater Workbench, where customers create custom gifts with 3D printing and laser cutting, and pioneering restaurants such as Uncommon Ground, home of the country’s first certified organic rooftop garden. Shop the full collection.

From bread to produce to refreshing beverages, the shelves at Whole Foods Market - Huron St in Chicago are well-stocked with great grocery items and more.
For that bowl of crunchy goodness, cereal is a winner for breakfast, lunch, and dinner!
Whole Foods Market - Huron St offers a range of classic and signature breads, all of which are fresh and baked to perfection.
Catch all your omega-3 fatty acids! Fish are delicious and nutritious, so start planning your next seafood platter.
The produce available here is a great side to any meal in need of some fresh nutrients.
We all could use a little dairy in our diet, so why not add some to your day and pick it up at Whole Foods Market - Huron St? You'll feel great knowing you're getting just the right nutrition.
For mouthwatering meats at an affordable price, head over here and get a bang for your buck.
If you like to try out different recipes and experiment with different flavors, you will love the selection of spices and seasonings that this store has to offer.
When you have a long and hard day at work, a frozen meal from here makes for a perfect dinner solution.
From canned soups to canned vegetables, this store has a wide selection of tasty and healthy options.
Balance out the taste of a midday dessert with one of the excellent coffees or teas at Whole Foods Market - Huron St.
From sandwiches to salads, Whole Foods Market - Huron St serves up a wide array of healthy and tasty deli options.
If pasta is what you're in the mood for, swing by Whole Foods Market - Huron St and pick up some fresh noodles.
Here you can find a wide selection of oil and vinegar for all of your cooking needs, such as sauces and dressings.
There is parking close to the store.
Whole Foods Market - Huron St has everything you need for your pantry, fridge, or freezer, so get to shopping.

The Chicago branch of Gray Line's global sightseeing operation organizes a wide variety of tours and excursions throughout the Windy City, from architectural tours that send passengers coasting on the river and lake for sun-drenched educational cruises to shopping odysseys at Chicago Premium Outlets, where travelers can zip through more than 100 stores and restaurants after being shuttled to the retail utopia. Blues outings treat music lovers to raw licks, soul food, and real tears at celebrated concert venues such as Buddy Guy's Legends and Rosa's Lounge.
Gray Line's cherry-red trolleys transport visitors and residents alike to famous Chicago sites. Just north of the river, the vehicles idle before the Wrigley Building's sparkling white terra cotta façade, which in the 1920s stood as the first major skyscraper outside of The Loop. From there, the trolley may motor north to the John Hancock Center, where elevators to its observatory sweep guests 96 floors in 39 seconds. The trolley could also steer south to the Willis Tower, which lost its maiden name of Sears after being charmed by a passing cumulus cloud.

Since its inception in 1999, Adagio Teas has filled the cups of its ever-growing customer base with farm-fresh gourmet teas harvested from across the globe. Seasoned sippers and new tea drinkers alike gather around the fragrant vapors of Adagio's expansive selection, which includes thousands of unique green, chai, and herbal teas. In addition to its stockpile of potables, Adagio Teas puts an innovative spin on tea ware with a varied collection of ceramic sets, Asian-inspired pots, and electric kettles that purr when plugged in or tickled gently with unused leaves. Adagio Teas' products fill the virtual shelves of its online store, and can also be found in many gourmet and health-food shops.

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Maybe it's the charming tea graphics on a poster that catch your eye as you walk by or the smell of warm double-chocolate loaf cake escaping as someone slips out the door, but there are countless reasons to be drawn into an Argo Tea Café. Although, the all-natural signature drinks
–inspired by creative mixologists, passionate chefs, and intelligent nutritionists—are Argo's biggest source of pride.
Argo brings teas directly from growers around the world and blends them into these signature drinks that range from an icy Green Tea Ginger Twist to a steamy Hibiscus Apple Cider. These unique blends are created naturally without any additives, colorings, or flavorings. Argo even introduces seasonal drinks throughout the year, 10% of the proceeds of which are donated toward their Partner of the Season.
This campaign speaks to Argo's conscientiousness, as does the way the company is committed to sustainabilTEA with environmentally friendly packaging and operating all of their cafes with renewable wind power. Argo offers discounts for customers who bring in reusable Argo tumblers, and the company regularly contributes back to each store's communiTEA. Customers can also enroll in the LoyalTea Club to receive cash credits and free drinks or lunches.

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Whether you’re sautéeing onions, baking cupcakes, or deep-frying a turkey, you’re going to need cooking oil. But how do you determine which one? Aside from the cost, there are other traits to consider, including the oil’s flavor profile and smoke point—the temperature at which it visibly forms smoke. Fortunately, we ran through a long list of cooking oils to determine the four types of cooking oil all home cooks should have stocked their pantries.
Olive OilProduction ProcessUsing an ancient Greek technique, whole olives are pressed to create this healthy, versatile oil.Smoke Point: 400–468 degrees
FlavorOlive oils are available in a wide range flavors, including chipotle and chocolate. You can dip bread in the most potent iterations and experiment with them as salad dressings. For everyday cooking, however, it’s best to seek out a mild olive oil.Best UsesSalad dressings and dipsSautéed, seared, fried, and stir-fried dishesOven-broiled and roasted vegetablesWorst UsesBaked goodsDeep-fried dishesTry ThisToss broccoli in olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roast it in the oven for 25 minutes. A+ AlternatesSafflower and sunflower oils have a slightly milder taste than olive oil, but thanks to their similar smoke points, the oils can be used interchangeably.Canola OilProduction ProcessCanola oil proves names can be deceiving, as it is actually made from a modern variety of the ancient rapeseed, a turnip plant.Smoke Point: Approximately 400 degreesFlavorDespite its GMO status, this oil is as bland as they come and easily disappears next to more pungent ingredients. Best UsesBaked goodsSautéed, deep-fried, and roasted foodsBiodieselWorst UseSeasoningsTry ThisCraft a refreshing vinaigrette by whisking canola oil with lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper.A+ AlternatesOther vegetable oils, such as corn oil, are similarly mild.Coconut OilProduction ProcessLoaded with lauric acid, this household staple is extracted from coconut meat.Smoke Point: 350 degreesFlavorThe mild oil is somewhat of a chameleon—although it adds complexity to sweet and savory dishes, it disappears completely when paired with stronger flavors.Best UsesBaked goods, especially cookies, cakes, or browniesSautéed and stir-fried Asian cuisineWorst UsesSalad dressings, drizzles, and other room-temperature recipes, which solidify the oilTry ThisAdd another layer to the taste of french toast by frying it in coconut oil.A+ AlternatesAvocado oil’s buttery flavor makes it a good substitute for coconut oil.Unsalted ButterProduction ProcessEssentially milk fat, butter is made from the cooled cream of whole milk.Smoke Point: Approximately 350 degrees
FlavorUS butter consumption is the highest its been since the 1970s, thanks to its rich, creamy taste and lack of trans fats.Best UsesCoffee condimentSpread on toastBaked goodsWorst UseDeep-fried dishesTry ThisTake a bite from a stick to add shine to your chompers.A+ AlternatesIt’s butter—there is no substitute. Unless you’ve got ghee, which is just clarified butter.Photos by Russ Augustine, GrouponLearn about alternative uses for cooking oils:Olive-Oil Cake Is One Baked Good It's Actually Good ForWith flavors from traditional citrus to savory rosemary, these four recipes test the limits of a versatile dessert.One Jar of Coconut Oil Equals 16 Household Staples Across Three RoomsThe super-substance helps to cook eggs just as well as it fends off diaper rash.